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AI Music Copyright Tech Developed in Japan
Sony's new tech can identify original music in AI-generated songs. This could help copyright holders get revenue from AI-created content.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Tokyo’s best ramen breakfast? Restaurant two minutes from Tokyo Station is a strong contender
Special morning-only ramen is a great way to start your Tokyo day. They say that you should never put off until tomorrow that which you can do today, and by that same logic, you should never put off u
Source: SoraNews24
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Japan releases arrested Chinese fishing boat captain, reports say
The captain was released after China guaranteed payment of cash collateral, public broadcaster NHK and other local media reported.
Source: The Japan Times
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Room 404: What happened when we stayed in an unlucky hotel room in Japan
There’s a reason hotels don’t use this number for their rooms. In Japan, the numbers “4” (“shi”) and “9” (“ku”) are associated with death and suffering, due to the way the word “shi” can also be used
Source: SoraNews24
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Elderly Japan man arrested for stealing toilet, using it in his home for three months
Veteran contractor becomes senior thief. A lot has been said about the reasons for Japan’s low crime rate. Some people point to Confucian philosophy, while others look for more modern factors such as
Source: SoraNews24
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Japan seizes Chinese fishing vessel and arrests captain
The incident happened inside Japan’s exclusive economic zone off Nagasaki Prefecture, 165 kilometers south-southwest of the island of Meshima.
Source: The Japan Times
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The 16 Love Types: What You Need to Know About Japan’s Love Character 64 Personality Test
Find out all about the hit online Japanese Love Type test, from its philosophy to how to snag one of those adorable LINE mascot stickers for yourself.
Source: Savvy Tokyo
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Japan health panel adopts medical fee changes to raise wages and cope with inflation
By tweaking fees here and there, the government seeks to keep health care costs relatively low while meeting new medical needs.
Source: The Japan Times
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Immersive Experience: Anemoia Tokyo
Dance company Dazzle’s most ambitious show yet aims to spirit you away to another world.
Source: Savvy Tokyo
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Japan’s ex-FX chief sees yen firming as Takaichi’s stance clears
Tatsuo Yamasaki also largely ruled out the likelihood of the United States helping Japan with joint currency intervention.
Source: The Japan Times
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